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Understanding Personal Injury Law
Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.
In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.
Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.
Common Personal Injury Cases
- Car and truck accidents
- Slip and fall incidents
- Workplace injuries
- Defective products
- Dog bites
- Medical malpractice
Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.
When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.
How the Legal Process Works
- Initial consultation and case evaluation
- Investigation and evidence gathering
- Insurance negotiations
- Filing a lawsuit if necessary
- Settlement or trial
Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a personal injury lawyer do?
Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.
How long do personal injury cases take?
Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.
What compensation can victims recover?
Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.
Do most cases go to trial?
Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.
When should I hire a lawyer?
It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.
16172 Personal Injury Lawyers Found
Alaina A. Gregorio is a skilled litigator, who concentrates her practice in the areas of personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, products liability, and medical malpractice. Alaina also specializes in the area of labor and employment, representing plaintiffs in sexual harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination actions.Alaina received her B.A. in Psychology and Education from LaSalle University, graduating cum laude, in 2007. She earned her J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law – Camden in 2011. During law school, Alaina held a judicial internship at the United States District Court, District of New Jersey with the Honorable Renee Maria Bumb.Prior to joining Levy Baldante, Alaina worked for a boutique law firm specializing in labor and employment and business transactions and litigation. Alaina was recognized as a Top Lawyer in 2014 by SJ Magazine, and Best Attorneys in Business by South Jersey Biz and SNJ Business People 40 Under 40 in 2015.Alaina is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. She is also admitted to appear before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.Alaina grew up in the Philadelphia/South Jersey Area. Away from the office, Alaina enjoys spending time with her family and friends, trying out new local restaurants and traveling. During the summer months, any free time she has is spent down the shore. Alaina enjoys giving back to her community and is a volunteer for Philadelphia VIP and Manna.
David is the Managing and Senior Partner of Aronberg & Kouser, P.A.. He began employment with the firm in 1975 as a law clerk. After completing law school, David became an associate with the law firm, and has worked his way up to his current position.. David’s primary goal is to shape the overall vision and strategy of Aronberg & Kouser, P.A. He plays a vital leadership role in forming the direction of the firm, and continues to develop the legal strategies that enhance every case that Aronberg & Kouser, P.A. handles.. David’s major strength and what distinguishes both him and Aronberg & Kouser, P.A. from any other law firm, is his focus and commitment to communication with each and every client. David’s willingness to answer all client’s questions and to make himself available at all times is what sets him apart from all the rest.. For over 30 years, David has worked diligently to seek and ensure the best possible results for his clients and is committed to continue to provide the same professional work ethic and to continue to seek out justice and represent the very best interest of his clients.. David practices law in the areas of Personal Injury Litigation to include Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Products Liability, Automobile Negligence, Slip and Fall Negligence, and Workers Compensation. David also handles Real Estate, Probate, Family Law and Criminal Defense Matters.. David is a member of the Association of Trail Lawyers of America, Nursing Home Litigation Group, The Association of Trial Lawyers of New Jersey, the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association and the Camden County Bar Association. He is admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of the United States, The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, the United States District Court for the District of Pennsylvania, The Supreme Court of New Jersey and the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.. David was born in Camden, New Jersey. He graduated from Farleigh Dickinson University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Accounting in 1976. He then graduated from the Delaware Law School of Widener University with his Juris Doctor degree in 1979.. Currently David resides in Cherry Hill, New Jersey with his wife, Cheryle and two Golden Retrievers, Bentley and Beau. He is an avid fan of all Philadelphia Sports Teams and enjoys spending time at his homes in Florida and the Jersey Shore
I am the managing partner at Brenner, Brenner & Spiller. We are a full-service law firm offering legal guidance to clients in Central and South New Jersey. Our firm provides a broad range of services, including bankruptcy, personal injury and workers' compensation. Though a small firm, we have the resources to take on even the most complex cases. We invest whatever it takes to be successful in a case; our primary goal is to protect our clients.
Dan Thistle grew up in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and is a graduate of St. Joseph’s Preparatory School and the University of Pennsylvania. After graduating from Penn, Dan followed in his father’s footsteps and attended the Villanova University School of Law. In October, 2006, he was privileged to join him as a member of The Thistle Law Firm.. In joining the firm, Dan’s hope was to provide the best services possible for his clients. This desire led to his decision to obtain his Master’s Degree in Trial Advocacy from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law in 2010. In addition to his excellent legal training and advanced degrees, Dan learned valuable lessons practicing alongside his father, Daniel L. Thistle, one of Philadelphia’s premier trial attorneys. Dan, Sr. advised his son to always put his clients’ interests first, to work hard in order to get the best possible results for them, and to complete these tasks with honesty and integrity.. Dan keeps these principles in mind as a partner of The Thistle Law Firm where he continues his father’s practice of representing those who have suffered serious personal and economic injuries due to medical malpractice, products liability, auto and trucking accidents, wrongful death situations, defamation, construction accidents, and miscellaneous mishaps.. The eldest of three children, Dan is a resident of Center City Philadelphia. An avid Philadelphia Phillies fan, he attends games whenever possible. He also hopes to return one day to rowing on the Schuylkill River where he spent eight years on the crew teams for St. Joseph’s Prep and the University of Pennsylvania.
Michael Tod Novick was born in Winchester, Virginia on February 29, 1964. He has been a resident of Gloucester County, New Jersey for 19 years, first in Woodbury and now in Mantua where he lives with his wife and two children.. Mr. Novick graduated from Vineland High School in 1982. He then attended The American University, where he majored in Psychology. Mr. Novick graduated from The American University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. After graduation, Mr. Novick attended The University of Cincinnati School of Law in Cincinnati, Ohio. He received his law degree in May of 1990. In December of that year, Mr. Novick was admitted to the New Jersey and Pennsylvania State Bars, as well as the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.. Mr. Novick joined the Law office of Milton W. Brown in September of 2001. The New Jersey Supreme Court has certified Michael as a civil trial attorney and his practice has been focused on personal injury and workers compensation litigation since 1990.. College: The American University, B.A. 1986. Law School: University of Cincinnati School of Law, J.D., 1990. Admissions: 1990, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Jonathan R. Ivans was born in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania and raised in Willingboro, New Jersey. Mr. Ivans graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1983. During high school, Mr. Ivans played football and participated in track/field. During high school, Mr. Ivans was also a member of the National Honor Society and Key Club.. Mr. Ivans attended West Chester University, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. He graduated from West Chester University cum laude in 1987. While at West Chester University, Mr. Ivans was a member of Pi Gamma Mu, which is an international honor society for students studying in the Social Sciences.. Upon graduation from West Chester University, Mr. Ivans pursued his law degree at Widener University School of Law. Mr. Ivans graduated with his Juris Doctor in 1990. During law school, Mr. Ivans wrote for the Delaware Law Forum and participated as a volunteer with the Post-Conviction Relief Clinic.. After graduating law school, Mr. Ivans clerked for both the Honorable Paul R. Porreca, Presiding Judge in the Criminal Division-Camden County and the Honorable Leon A. Wingate, Criminal Division-Camden County.. Following his clerkship, Mr. Ivans entered private practice concentrating his legal practice in the areas of Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Employment law, Bankruptcy, Wills and Estates and Municipal Court matters. Mr. Ivans has also personally argued before the Superior Court of New Jersey – Appellate Division.. Mr. Ivans is admitted to practice in the State of New Jersey and the United States District Court of New Jersey.. Mr. Ivans serves as a court-appointed arbitrator in the Superior Court of New Jersey for both Gloucester County and Burlington County. Mr. Ivans also volunteers as an Early Neutral Evaluation panelist for Gloucester County and serves as a court-appointed arbitrator in the United States District Court of New Jersey. Mr. Ivans also serves as a mediator in the United States District Court of New Jersey on Hurricane Sandy claims. Mr. Ivans also serves as an arbitrator for both Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims.. Mr. Ivans was appointed to serve as the Public Defender for Greenwich Township Municipal Court for four years. Mr. Ivans is a member of the Gloucester County Bar Association. Mr. Ivans previously served on the East Greenwich Township Planning Board and was a volunteer on the East Greenwich Township Community Dispute Resolution Committee.. Mr. Ivans was also active in the East Greenwich Soccer Association as both a board member and a coach.. During his free time, Mr. Ivans enjoys weight training, home projects and spending time with his family.. He currently resides in East Greenwich Township with his wife and children.
Our practice at Wallace Law focuses on representing accident victims, health care providers in personal injury protection (PIP) claims against insurance companies, and persons facing traffic or criminal charges in municipal court (including DUIs). Our staff provides quality legal representation for our clients in the South Jersey area. An eight time recipient of South Jersey Magazine’s Awesome Attorneys award, Mr. Wallace is a graduate of Davidson College. He received his law degree from Rutgers University School of Law - Camden. He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and the Middle District of Pennsylvania, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Wallace has over 30 years of extensive trial and appellate experience in state and federal courts.
ANDREW J. ROSSETTI is a partner in the Cherry Hill, New Jersey law firm of Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. He is a former assistant prosecutor for the Camden County Prosecutor's Office and now tries civil plaintiff cases with the most of the trials involving complex product liability, construction site negligence and medical negligence. Mr. Rossetti tried in excess of 50 complex jury trials to conclusion. He is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, where he served on the Board of Governors for many years. Mr. Rossetti is the past chairman of the State Bar product liability section and also is a member of The Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers and was recently voted by his peers to the top 100 New Jersey super lawyers. He is board certified by both the New Jersey Supreme Court and the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Mr. Rossetti has a very active trial practice and has had many verdicts and settlements in excess of one million dollars. He is most proud of a 5.5 million dollar verdict following a five-week trial against General Motors.
Scott C. McKinley, Esq. is a civil trial lawyer. He is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and Rutgers-Camden School of Law.. For over 17 years, Scott has obtained millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for thousands of injured clients. His litigation and trial experience includes construction accidents, worker injuries, defective machinery and products, catastrophic brain injuries, tractor trailer and commercial vehicle accidents, electrical injuries, medical and hospital malpractice, and complex insurance coverage actions. Besides trial work in New Jersey, Scott has litigated cases and conducted civil trial discovery in Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and internationally in Canada. He is admitted to the New Jersey and United States District Courts, and has been admitted pro hac vice to practice in the State of Tennessee. In addition to trial work, Scott has also argued cases involving complex civil litigation and insurance coverage questions before the New Jersey Supreme Court, New Jersey Superior Court - Appellate Division, and the Tennessee Circuit Courts. He is a member of the American Association of Justice, past member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Gloucester County Bar Association.. Admissions:. New Jersey. U.S. District Court of New Jersey. JD: Rutgers-Camden School of Law 1997. BA: University of Pittsburgh 1994
I am Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney. I have been a Certified Civil Trial Attorney in New Jersey for over 15 years. I represent injured victims, exclusively. .. I frequently try cases in New Jersey State and Federal Courts on behalf of those seriously injured. Many attorneys refer their bodily injury and economic loss cases to me, because I am an aggressive, compassionate and experienced personal injury attorney with years of trial experience.. I am the father of four children, live in Haddonfield, New Jersey, and I am involved in all of their activities. I was raised in Willingboro, New Jersey. I played soccer through college, and now coach soccer.